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Old 02-12-2009, 08:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Essam Khafagi
I replaced most of the hoses ... they get dry quickly here because of the very hot weather.

I think I will wait till the next service.

Do I need to replace the Thermostat as well? or only the water pump?
ALWAYS replace the thermostat with a water pump change. Also check the 2 hoses behind the 4.4 engine (~30mm dia), if they are soft & flexible then they are wearing thin and should be replaced
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